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LG Has Good Flatpanel Monitor Reviews

LG is one of the superior flatpanel monitor manufacturers according to average reviews from users and experts, and LG also has good reviews for its medium monitors.

LED Display Type

This flatpanel monitor has an LED display type, which is the most frequently found display type on medium monitors that came out more than a year ago.

We think you might also be interested in some of the alternative LCD screens that have an LED Display currently available including the Philips 224E5[plb_1499773_price], or the AOC G2460VQ6[plb_3032738_price] which has better reviews.

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Fairly Big Viewable Width

The viewable widths of PC monitors of a comparable type and age to the 27M47VQ range from 280mm to 800mm. At 597.73 millimeters, the 27M47VQ has a fairly big viewable width compared to most of the other LCD screens of this age and type.

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Fairly Big Display Diagonal

At 69 centimeters, the 27M47VQ has a quite big display diagonal compared to most of the other flatpanel monitors of this age and spec. The smallest display diagonal of medium monitors that have been on the market for a comparable time to the 27M47VQ is 48cm, the biggest is 600cm, and the average display diagonal is 65cm.

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Quite Big Viewable Height

The average viewable height of PC monitors of a similar type and age to the 27M47VQ is 320mm, and the viewable heights range from 230mm to 700mm. At 336.22 millimeters, the 27M47VQ has a fairly big viewable height compared to most of the other PC displays that were released one year ago.

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1920 X 1080 (HD 1080) Graphics Resolution

This PC monitor has a graphics resolution of 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080), which is the most commonly found graphics resolution on medium monitors that have been on the market for more than a year.

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Very Low Power Consumption When in PowerSave Mode

Across all the PC displays of a comparable age and type to the 27M47VQ the power consumptions when in PowerSave mode range from 0.1W to 52W, and the average power consumption when in PowerSave mode is 6.3W. The LG 27M47VQ has one of the lower power consumptions when in PowerSave mode (only 0.5 Watts) amongst medium monitors of this age.

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Very Shallow

The average depth of medium monitors that were released more than a year ago is 93mm. The 27M47VQ is one of the shallower medium monitors that have been available for around the same time as the 27M47VQ (only 47 millimeters) amongst similar spec flatpanel monitors of this age.

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Very Fast Response Time

The 27M47VQ has one of the faster response times (only 2 milliseconds) amongst similar spec flatpanel monitors of this age. PC monitors of a similar type and age to the 27M47VQ have response times of between 1ms and 40ms, and the average response time is 5.7ms.

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Does Not Have a Built-In Speaker

Most of the other flatpanel monitors that came out more than a year ago have a built-in speaker, however the 27M47VQ does not have a built-in speaker.

We compared this PC display to all the other LCD screens with a built-in speaker and we think the Philips BDM3275[plb_2851024_price] is also worth considering.

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Does Not Have a Built-In Camera

Most PC displays that were released more than a year ago do not have a built-in camera. The 27M47VQ is no exception to this as it too does not have a built-in camera.

We compared all the other PC displays which also have a built-in camera to this flatpanel monitor and we think the DELL UZ2215H[plb_2323495_price] which also has a higher rating is also worth considering.

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Not 3D Compatible

The LG 27M47VQ is not 3D compatible, although it is worth noting that most of the other comparable spec PC screens that have been on the market for around the same time as the 27M47VQ are also not 3D compatible.

If you would prefer an LCD screen that is 3D compatible then you might also want to consider the LG 24MP47[plb_2768374_price], or the iiyama B2783QSU-B1[plb_3011412_price].

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Does Not Have an Integrated Card Reader

Like most of the other PC screens of this age and type, the LG 27M47VQ does not have an integrated card reader.

There are a number of alternative PC monitors which also have an integrated card reader which you might also want to look at including the Benq SW2700PT[plb_2982141_price], or the DELL UP2715K[plb_2678878_price] which is also higher rated.

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Only HD HD Type

This flatpanel monitor has a Full HD HD type, which is typical of many medium monitors that have been around for a comparable time to it.

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Only 1920 X 1080 Pixels Display Resolution

This PC screen has a display resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, which is the most frequently found display resolution on medium monitors that have been around for around the same time as it.

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Quite Narrow Vertical Viewing Angle

Across all the medium monitors that have been around for more than a year the vertical viewing angles range from 10° to 180°, and the average vertical viewing angle is 170°. The LG 27M47VQ has one of the narrower vertical viewing angles (only 160 degrees) amongst PC displays of this age.

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Quite Narrow Horizontal Viewing Angle

With a horizontal viewing angle of only 170 degrees, the LG 27M47VQ has a fairly narrow horizontal viewing angle compared to most of the other LCD screens that have been on the market for a similar time to the 27M47VQ. The average horizontal viewing angle of medium monitors that came out around the same time as the 27M47VQ is 170°.

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Very Small Color Gamut

At only 72 percent, the 27M47VQ has a quite small color gamut compared to most of the other flatpanel monitors that were released more than a year ago. The color gamuts of medium monitors that have been around for around the same time as the 27M47VQ range from 68% to 120%, and the average color gamut is 82%.

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Only One HDMI Port

Most PC screens of this age and spec have between one and three HDMI ports, including the LG 27M47VQ which has one HDMI port.

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Running Costs Are OK

This medium monitor is rated B for energy efficiency, and the average 5 year running cost of the 27M47VQ is £50 based on typical energy prices and usage levels, which is typical compared to the other 505 PC screens of this spec and age.

Specification

Display

Screen Size

27"

Display Resolution

1920 x 1080

Dynamic Contrast Ratio

5000000:1

Display Type

LED

Graphics Resolution

1920 x 1080 (HD 1080)

Backlight Type

W-LED

Display Surface

Matt

Video Mode

1080p

HD Type

Full HD, HD

HDCP

Yes

Composite Sync

Yes

Separate H/V Sync

Yes

Digital Vertical Frequency

56 - 75

Digital Horizontal Frequency

30 - 83

Viewable Height

336.22mm

Viewable Width

597.73mm

Aspect Ratio

16:9

Pixel Pitch

0.3114 x 0.3114

Display Colour Count

16.77M

Vertical Viewing Angle

160°

Horizontal Viewing Angle

170°

Typical Contrast Ratio

1000:1

Display Diagonal

69cm

Display Technology

TN

Display Brightness

250 cd/m²

Response Time

2ms

DDC/CI

Yes

Color Gamut

72%

Screen Shape

Flat

Native Aspect Ratio

16:9

Supported Number of Colours Display

16.78 million colours

Ports & Interfaces

Headphone Out Port

Yes

Headphone Output

1

Audio Output Port

Yes

DisplayPort

1

HDMI Port

1

DVI-D Port

1

Mini DisplayPort

1

VGA (D-Sub) Port

1

DVI Port

1

Design

Case Colour

Black

Ergonomics

Maximum Height Adjustment

130mm

Adjustable Height

Yes

Tilt Angle

-5 - 20

Tilt Adjustment

Yes

Swivelling Base

Yes

Swivel Angle Range

-45 - 45

VESA Mount Interface

-45 - 45

VESA Mounting

Yes

Pivoting Base

Yes

Plug and Play

Yes

Stand-By LED

Yes

Power LED

Yes

On/off Switch

Yes

On Screen Menu Display

Yes

Power

Energy Efficiency Class

B

Power Consumption When in PowerSave Mode

0.5W

Power Consumption When Off

0.3W

Typical Power Consumption

31W

Annual Energy Consumption

45kWh

Maximum Power Consumption

39W

AC Input Frequency

47/63

AC Input Voltage

24, 100, 100-240, 240

Operational Conditions

Relative Humidity Storage Range

0 - 85

Relative Humidity Operating Range

0 - 80

Storage Temperature Range

-20 - 60

Operating Temperature Range

0 - 40

Certificates

Certification

TCO

Electromagnetic Compatibility

FCC-B, CE, FCC

Safety Certification

FCC-B, CE, FCC

Energy Star Certificate

Yes

Weight & Dimensions

Package Weight

5.3kg

Packaging Height

132mm

Packaging Depth

468mm

Packaging Width

713mm

Weight With Stand

4kg

Height With Stand

488mm

Depth With Stand

212mm

Width With Stand

641mm

Weight

3.7kg

Height

392mm

Depth

47mm

Width

641mm

Packaging Content

Quick Start Guide

Yes

Cable Included

VGA

Manual Included

Yes

User Guide On CD-ROM

Yes

Technical Details

Brightness

300

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Electricity cost when switched on

£49.67

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Total running cost over 5 years

£49.67

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Energy Rating

0.25T

Running this PC monitor over 5 years will generate 0.25 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2).

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To offset that much CO2 you would need to plant 7 tree seedlings and grow them for 10 years.